Overview
The Program Assistant will provide administrative and programmatic support across multiple workstreams to advance the MSC Unit’s objectives. This role facilitates the smooth functioning of workstreams by supporting activities, maintaining records, and assisting in project implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support for program management, human resources, planning, budgeting, monitoring, evaluation, and resource mobilization.
- Review requisitions for goods and services.
- Organize and manage meetings, workshops, and consultations.
- Handle contract administration, logistics, and travel arrangements.
- Manage calendars, meetings, and communications.
- Maintain digital and physical filing systems.
- Assist with data collection, analysis, and report preparation.
- Maintain and manage accurate records, databases, and contact lists.
- Support the creation and updating of visual materials.
- Develop and implement tools for monitoring and evaluating programme performance.
- Coordinate communications activities, including drafting, proofreading, and formatting documents.
Required Experience
Minimum of ten years’ experience working in programme management. Desirable: Experience in public health programme. Experience working in the United Nations system and/or other International Organizations.
Qualifications
Essential: Completion of Secondary School, or its equivalent in technical or commercial education. Desirable: University degree in the area of Public Health Management, Project /Programme Management, Economics or Statistics.
